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After sitting in the wet Houston air idle for over a year, I had to blow the spider webs out of it. I've used this device for three years now in conjunction with a refractory brick, it forms the basis of my forge. I've hardened dozens of carbon steel blades. However, after that minor bit of maintenance, it fired right up and has been working flawlessly ever since. I had to disassemble my knife shop to move, and it took some time to get it back together.
well first off its not made by irwin tools, it has bernzomatic stamped all over it. the only thing to keep in mind is that the tip itself gets very hot also, in comparison to more high end torches. that being said it produces a very hot flame especially when used with mapp gas.
I started burning paper and stuff just for fun. im so glad i bought it. it pretty much makes any metal i've used red hot, or melts is if you put it on their long enough. It was pretty awesome. So i just got my torch in the mail.
this torch is a beast. I immediately lit it up. then i decided to make an omelette, and to make sure it was all cooked i cooked it with my torch. i'll definitely use this until i can't anymore, and then i'll buy another. best omeletter i've ever had.
The wand lets you get into places in the car that may be dangerous or impossible to do with an attached tank torch. Many pro plumbers have torches like this, the small tank units are more for DIY or occasional use.I used to use a standard attached tank torch but would never go back.I got in on sale for under $20, very satisfied with this product. The wand is great for overhead work. It has a swirl orifice to increase flame heat. I bought it mostly to do automotive work.
I always hated resting the tank on a ladder, now it can be clipped to my belt. While it won't cut metal, it is great for heating salt rusted bolts and fasteners to high temps. Remember tanks can't go upside down.It allows MAPP and propane, so if the propane isn't enough you can "put some more heat" on with MAPP. Looks like it could definately be for pro use, and is relatively inexpensive. That is a great feature.I tried it for plumbing too, much less awkward than the tank.
This torch was difficult to find, but Amazon had it for a good price. A nice addition to the tool box. While not billed as a "jobber" torch, it is certainly heavy-duty enough for daily use in my art work. Best of all, it allows you to not have to hold the propane/MAPP cylinders in your hand (Yes it is rated for both gases).
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